Rat Control

PEST Rats

Rats are a worldwide pest, they are very adaptable and known to spread life threatening diseases as well as causing structural damage in the areas they infest.

Brown Rat

The most common species in the UK is the Brown Rat (rattus novegicus), also known as the ‘common’ or ‘sewer’ rat. The Brown Rat is generally a brownish-grey colour on top and slightly lighter underneath. Brown rats are also characterised by the following:

Their nose is blunt

They have small furry ears

They can live on average between 6 – 18 months

In that time they can reproduce up to 7 times

Each litter can consist of between 6 – 14 young

Their size (including the tail) can range from approximately 25cm to 45cm / approximately 10 – 16 inches.

Their eyesight is generally poor, but they have excellent hearing.

Problems caused by Rats

Problems linked to rats Rats have been known to cause major structural damage to residential/commercial properties and services, such as traffic light systems and power supplies.
Rats have also been known to spread the following diseases: